Learning Support Officer - Casual
Employment
Casual, Temporary
Subject
Support
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
2 October 2026
Posted 14 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
62.5
34.6 teaching · 27.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
16.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
581
Indigenous students
3%
Language other than English
8%
Girls vs boys
293 girls · 288 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
About the Role
At. St Patrick's Learning Support Officers (LSOs) work under the direct supervision of teachers and Learning Diversity Coordinator to assist students with diverse learning needs, beahvioural or physical needs.
Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:
- To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and young people
- In class support - help studnets or small groups stay on task, comprehend instructions, and complete planned learning activities under teacher guidance.
- Implementing Learning Plans - assist in applying strategies outlined in Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs)
- Pastoral care - monitor student wellbeing, support positive behaviour frameworks and encourage social independence and inclusion.
Benefits
- Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community:
- Collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership and respect;
- Excellent professional development opportunities.
Key Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children;
- Prior experience in an education setting working with children or young people is desirable;
- Collegial and collaborative approach to engaging with others;
- High level information communciation technology skills.
Applicants will be required to submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria
For a confidential discussion about the role contact:
The Principal on: 0448 456 480
Applications close 2 October 2026.
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